Mechanical Engineering
About This Programme
Mechanics, thermofluids, robotics and mechanical design.
Course Highlights
- Mechanics, thermofluids, robotics and mechanical design
- Hands-on Thermofluids, Mechatronics and Computer-Aided Design labs
- ABET-accredited; alumni at Deloitte, graduate study at MIT and NYU
What You'll Study
Studied full-time over four years on the Saadiyat Island campus. Students complete the NYUAD Core Curriculum, a shared engineering foundation, major and elective coursework, may study away across NYU's global network, and finish with a two-semester Senior Design Capstone.
Engineering Core
A foundation shared by all NYUAD engineering majors across science, mathematics and core engineering skills.
- Foundations of Science
- Engineering Mathematics: Calculus, Multivariable Calculus, Linear Algebra, Probability and Statistics, Differential Equations
- Computer Programming for Engineers
- Design and Innovation
- Engineering Statics
- Numerical Methods
- Engineering Ethics
Mechanical Engineering Specialisation
Covers mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, materials, computer-aided design and computational methods, applied to aircraft, robotics, automotive and thermal systems.
- Engineering Dynamics
- Solid Mechanics
- Fluid Mechanics
- Engineering Materials
- Thermodynamics
- Computer-Aided Design
- Modeling and Analysis of Dynamical Systems
- Heat Transport
- Thermofluids Lab
- Mechatronics and Mechatronics Lab
Senior Capstone
A two-semester design capstone applying the full degree to a real problem.
- Senior Design Capstone Project I
- Senior Design Capstone Project II
Careers
Mechanical engineers enjoy high salaries and reliable employment across thermal and mechanical systems. Listed employers include Judlau Contracting and Deloitte; graduate destinations include MIT, NYU New York and KTH Royal Institute of Technology.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.
Programme Details
Award
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Start Date
September 2026
Duration
4 years
Qualification
Bachelors
Subject Area
Engineering
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
On campus
Tuition Fee
AED 251,838/yr
USD 68,574 as published, converted at the pegged rate of 3.6725
Apply through the Common Application. NYU Abu Dhabi awards need-based institutional grants, with need calculated from the CSS Profile. Published tuition is USD 68,574 per year (2026-27), the same for every undergraduate major; most students pay less through need-based aid.